Brazilian Playground

Putumayo Presents | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 25, 2007)
• Original Release Date: 2007
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Putumayo
• ASIN: B000S0KYGW
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #49,988 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Alo...Alo - Marissa

2. Pancada - Gui Tavares

3. Mama Africa - Chico Cesar

4. Coco Saudido - Claudio Jorge

5. Xote das Meninas - O Karaiva

6. Se a Alegria Existe - Teresa Cristina

7. O Rio Tem Cachoiera - Helio Ziskind

8. Samba Dos Animals - Adriana Maciel

9. Eh! Sanfonero - Paulinho Guima

10. Tum Tum Tum - Roberta Sa

11. Anhanga - Pepe Barcellos

Editorial Reviews

Samba, bossa nova and forró are among Brazil's most popular and accessible musical styles for adults and children alike. Brazilian Playground features these and other engaging rhythms that reflect the country's diverse culture and easy-going way of life. In celebration of the exuberant sounds of this fascinating country, Putumayo Kids has collected 13 child-friendly songs from many of Brazil's most talented musicians. Featured artists include Teresa Cristina, a leading samba singer, and Brazilian Minister of Culture Gilberto Gil, renowned the world over as a true musical pioneer who led the Tropicália movement of the 1960s.

The ninth CD in the Playground series, Brazilian Playground helps children learn about one of the world's most fascinating cultures. It features multilingual liner notes in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese, full color photos, a map of Brazil and a glossary of musical terms. A portion of Putumayo's proceeds from the sale of this CD will be donated to the Axé Project in support of its efforts to educate and defend the rights of disadvantaged Brazilian children.

Customer Reviews

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and hip!, January 22, 2008

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sunny swimmer "sunny swimmer" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brazilian Playground (Audio CD)

Our 6 month old son was given this CD as a present by his uncle one month ago, and we have all listened to it dozens of times since then. The music is both fun and beautiful, and definitely not just for children (unlike "French Playground", for example). A few tracks (such as "Halo Halo") are so delightful and pretty that my husband and I walk around singing them to ourselves. This is by far the best Putumayo Kids CD I've come across.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, April 9, 2011

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L.A.B. (Rhode Island, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brazilian Playground (Audio CD)

My husband grew up in Brazil so I wanted some Brazilian music for my son. He loves this CD - and so do I! Unlike so many children's CDs, this is enjoyable for adults as well. It samples many brazilian music types.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fun playtime music, November 27, 2010

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This review is from: Brazilian Playground (Audio CD)

My son listens to a number of the Putumayo playground cds, and we really have fun with this one. My husband and I find ourselves singing along.